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Rugby League World Cup 2026: Australia, the stage is yours

Next week, the waiting ends. Australia and New Zealand collide in the opening match of the Rugby League World Cup, and The Social has made its call: we’re backing Australia to reach the final and lift the trophy.

The opening collision

Thursday 15 October. Australia versus New Zealand. 4:05 pm Vietnam time. There is no quiet way to begin a World Cup when two rivals meet at the first whistle. Every carry will matter, every tackle will be felt, and the road to the final starts here.

Our call: Australia to win it all

At The Social, we’re backing Australia to win the final. That is a prediction, not a promise. Between the opener and the trophy stand fierce opponents, knockout pressure and the kind of moments that can turn a tournament upside down. We wouldn’t want it any other way.

One team will be left standing. We say it will be Australia.

Follow the World Cup in Quy Nhon

Follow the next seven days of Rugby League World Cup fixtures on our Sports Schedule, with kickoff times shown in Vietnam time. If there’s a match you want to watch at our sports bar in Quy Nhon, message us to confirm the screening and book a table.

Bring your mates. Wear your colours. When the pressure rises, we’ll be ready for it at The Social, 79 Ỷ Lan, Quy Nhơn.

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